CoachApply Master for Jacksonville Public Library

Avoiding Conflict Through Communication

Suggested Strategy: Sometimes conflict comes from the lack of

confrontation and lack of engaging in difficult conversations. Avoid

conflict by setting up a system of communication that is built upon trust.

Suggested Questions:

→ Permission-Based Question + The Sword: With your permission,

could I share some observations with you? I’ve been noticing you’ve

been demonstrating issues with your teammates and superiors as it

relates to conflict. What is your take on that?

→ Risk Question: What risk do you assume by not addressing this

conflict head on, and what risk do I assume by not acknowledging it?

→ Self-Actualized Question: Where do you think this conflict is coming

from as it relates to your realm of control?

→ Success Imperative: What steps can we take together to create a

space where we can successfully communicate these feelings of

mistrust and avoid conflict in the future?

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